Introduction

Catalysis is at the heart of modern chemical manufacturing, enabling process intensification, energy efficiency, sustainable production, carbon reduction, reaction selectivity, and operational excellence across the chemical, petrochemical, refining, and pharmaceutical industries. As global industries pursue net-zero emissions, green chemistry, digital transformation, circular economy strategies, and advanced process optimization, catalytic technologies have become indispensable tools for achieving higher productivity, improved product quality, and reduced environmental impact. Understanding advanced catalytic mechanisms, catalyst design, reactor integration, and performance optimization is critical for engineers and scientists seeking competitive advantage in modern processing facilities.

Advanced Catalysis for Chemical Processes Training Course provides participants with in-depth knowledge of heterogeneous catalysis, homogeneous catalysis, biocatalysis, catalyst characterization, catalyst deactivation, reaction engineering, AI-driven catalyst development, and industrial catalyst optimization. Through practical examples, industrial case studies, and hands-on analytical methodologies, participants will gain the expertise required to enhance catalytic performance, maximize conversion efficiency, improve selectivity, and support sustainable chemical manufacturing operations.

Programme Curriculum

Advanced Catalysis for Chemical Processes Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

10 Days

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Understand advanced catalytic reaction mechanisms and kinetics.
Evaluate heterogeneous, homogeneous, and biocatalytic systems.
Optimize catalyst performance using process intensification techniques.
Analyze catalyst activity, selectivity, and stability parameters.
Apply advanced catalyst characterization technologies.
Assess catalyst deactivation and regeneration strategies.
Design catalytic reactors for industrial applications.
Integrate green chemistry and sustainable catalysis principles.
Utilize AI-assisted catalyst development and digital optimization tools.
Improve process economics through catalyst lifecycle management.
Implement catalytic solutions for emissions reduction and decarbonization.
Troubleshoot catalyst-related operational challenges.
Develop advanced catalytic process improvement programs.

Target Audience

Chemical Engineers
Process Engineers
Production Engineers
Research and Development Scientists
Petrochemical Specialists
Refinery Operations Personnel
Process Technology Managers
Catalyst Development and Technical Service Professionals

Course Modules

Module 1: Fundamentals of Catalysis

Principles of catalytic reactions
Catalytic reaction pathways
Thermodynamics and kinetics
Catalytic cycle concepts
Industrial applications overview
Case Study: Performance comparison of catalytic versus non-catalytic processes.

Module 2: Catalytic Reaction Engineering

Reaction rate theories
Surface reaction mechanisms
Mass transfer limitations
Heat transfer effects
Reactor performance analysis
Case Study: Optimization of catalytic reactor productivity.

Module 3: Heterogeneous Catalysis

Solid catalyst fundamentals
Active sites and surface chemistry
Adsorption and desorption phenomena
Industrial catalyst systems
Catalyst support materials
Case Study: Fluid catalytic cracking catalyst performance enhancement.

Module 4: Homogeneous Catalysis

Molecular catalyst design
Organometallic catalysts
Catalyst-solvent interactions
Selectivity enhancement techniques
Industrial homogeneous processes
Case Study: Hydroformylation process optimization.

Module 5: Biocatalysis and Enzyme Catalysis

Enzyme reaction mechanisms
Immobilized enzyme technologies
Bioreactor integration
Industrial biotechnology applications
Sustainable biocatalytic processes
Case Study: Enzyme-assisted specialty chemical production.

Module 6: Catalyst Synthesis and Development

Catalyst preparation methods
Nanocatalyst development
Catalyst formulation techniques
Material selection strategies
Scale-up considerations
Case Study: Development of high-performance nanocatalysts.

Module 7: Catalyst Characterization Techniques

Surface area analysis
XRD and crystallography
Spectroscopic methods
Electron microscopy
Thermal analysis techniques
Case Study: Diagnosing catalyst performance loss.

Module 8: Catalyst Deactivation and Regeneration

Fouling mechanisms
Poisoning effects
Sintering and thermal degradation
Regeneration technologies
Lifecycle management
Case Study: Refinery catalyst regeneration program.

Module 9: Advanced Catalytic Reactor Design

Fixed-bed reactors
Fluidized-bed reactors
Slurry reactors
Structured reactors
Reactor modeling techniques
Case Study: Reactor redesign for conversion improvement.

Module 10: Catalysis in Petrochemical and Refining Processes

Catalytic cracking
Hydroprocessing technologies
Reforming processes
Alkylation reactions
Product quality optimization
Case Study: Refinery yield maximization through catalyst optimization.

Module 11: Green and Sustainable Catalysis

Green chemistry principles
Waste minimization strategies
Renewable feedstock utilization
Low-carbon technologies
Circular economy applications
Case Study: Sustainable catalyst implementation project.

Module 12: Emerging Catalytic Technologies

Photocatalysis
Electrocatalysis
Plasma catalysis
Carbon capture catalysis
Hydrogen economy applications
Case Study: Catalytic technologies for green hydrogen production.

Module 13: Digitalization and AI in Catalysis

Data-driven catalyst development
Machine learning applications
Predictive catalyst modeling
Digital twins
Process optimization platforms
Case Study: AI-driven catalyst performance prediction.

Module 14: Process Optimization and Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis
Performance benchmarking
Process monitoring systems
Optimization methodologies
Operational excellence practices
Case Study: Troubleshooting catalyst activity decline.

Module 15: Industrial Applications and Future Trends

Specialty chemical production
Pharmaceutical catalysis
Energy transition technologies
Carbon-neutral manufacturing
Future catalyst innovations
Case Study: Next-generation catalyst deployment strategy.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Reaction mechanisms Catalyst design Surface chemistry Process intensification

Programme Fee

Duration: 10 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $2,000

Physical Price: $3,000

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 26 2026

26 Oct — 06 Nov 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $2,000